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AutoZone: An Insight Into Its Expanding Commercial Business, Supply Chain Scale & Long-Term Growth Drivers!

AutoZone reported an 8.2% increase in total sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, driven by a combination of domestic and international performance. Domestic same-store sales rose by 4.8%, and international sales were up 3.7% on a constant currency basis. Although total earnings per share (EPS) experienced a decline of 4.6%, this was largely due to a $98 million non-cash LIFO charge. Excluding this charge, EPS would have increased by 8.9%. The company continued its expansion, opening 53 new stores globally, indicating an increase in their market footprint. This first-quarter store opening was among the highest ever recorded by AutoZone for any first quarter, demonstrating a strategic focus on accelerated growth. AutoZone’s domestic commercial sales saw significant growth, up 14.5% from the previous year, emphasizing their strategy to increase market share and enhance inventory and delivery speed. However, domestic DIY sales witnessed a modest rise of 1.